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Urethral: meaning, definitions and examples

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urethral

 

[ juːˈriːθrəl ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

medical anatomy

Urethral refers to anything relating to the urethra, which is the tube in the human body that carries urine from the bladder to the outside of the body. It can also pertain to the male reproductive system, as the urethra serves a dual function in males.

Synonyms

uriniferous, urinogenic

Examples of usage

  • The urethral opening is where urine exits the body.
  • Urethral strictures can cause difficulty in urination.
  • Urethral catheters are used for medical purposes.

Translations

Translations of the word "urethral" in other languages:

🇵🇹 uretral

🇮🇳 मूत्रमार्गीय

🇩🇪 harnröhren-

🇮🇩 uretra

🇺🇦 уретральний

🇵🇱 cewkowy

🇯🇵 尿道の

🇫🇷 urétral

🇪🇸 uretral

🇹🇷 üretre

🇰🇷 요도

🇸🇦 مُبَانٍ

🇨🇿 uretrální

🇸🇰 uretrálny

🇨🇳 尿道的

🇸🇮 uretralni

🇮🇸 þvagrásar

🇰🇿 уретралды

🇬🇪 ურეთრალური

🇦🇿 uretral

🇲🇽 uretral

Etymology

The term 'urethral' is derived from the Greek word 'ourethra', which comes from 'ouron' meaning 'urine'. The word has been part of medical terminology since the 17th century, reflecting the anatomical study of the urinary system. As medicine advanced, especially with the development of urology as a specialty in the 19th century, the understanding and significance of the urethra and its disorders became more prominent. The term is used routinely in clinical settings to describe conditions or procedures associated with the urethra. Today, 'urethral' can be found in discussions about urinary tract infections, urethral surgery, and other related medical topics.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #18,188, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.